What is Central Sarasota like?

Central Sarasota is a neighborhood that travelers like for its gardens, biking, and art scene. Are you looking for Central Sarasota travel tips? Be sure to check out Sarasota Opera House and Marina Jack while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Central Sarasota?

Based on our traveler data, The Westin Sarasota is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Sarasota. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL and The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Central Sarasota area?

Expedia has 259 hotels and other accommodations in Central Sarasota to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Sarasota area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Sarasota, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Central Sarasota.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central Sarasota?

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What can I see and do in this Sarasota neighborhood?

You can catch a show at Sarasota Opera House, Florida Studio Theatre, and Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe while in Central Sarasota. Marina Jack and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Lido Beach, Artisans' World Marketplace, and Five Points Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Sarasota. Selby Library and Bayfront Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Sarasota.

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Our top choices for Central Sarasota hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Central Sarasota

Andrea

₩248,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

2. voco Sarasota by IHG

Central Sarasota

Robert

₩205,724 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

3. The Westin Sarasota

Central Sarasota

Racheal

₩251,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

4. THE RESERVE RETREAT

Central Sarasota

Thiago l

₩158,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

5. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Central Sarasota

Arta

₩247,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

6. Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

Central Sarasota

steven

₩193,489 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

7. The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Central Sarasota

jackie

₩243,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

Central Sarasota

Doris

₩96,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

9. Americas Best Value Inn Sarasota Downtown

Central Sarasota

Juan carlos

₩114,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Private beach nearby, white sand, free beach shuttle, beach cabanas

10. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

Central Sarasota

Adriana

₩900,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

11. Pineapple Paradise 1 13 min to Beach Fire Pit

Central Sarasota

₩532,926 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

6.8 km from Central Sarasota

Melissa

₩160,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

13. Carlisle Inn

4.7 km from Central Sarasota

Carlos

₩202,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

14. Kompose Boutique Hotel

5.2 km from Central Sarasota

₩87,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

15. Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport

5.1 km from Central Sarasota

Maria

₩167,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

16. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Fruitville, 8.8 km from Central Sarasota

Julie

₩174,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Bradenton-Airport, FL

5.2 km from Central Sarasota

Veronica

₩147,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

18. Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

4.3 km from Central Sarasota

Gledys

₩109,347 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lakewood Ranch

11 km from Central Sarasota

Patricia

₩179,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

20. Comfort Suites Sarasota - Siesta Key

10.4 km from Central Sarasota

Carol

₩133,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
The Westin Sarasota	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,145 reviews	View
voco Sarasota by IHG	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,020 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,745 reviews	View

Where to stay in Central Sarasota

Find the best Central Sarasota areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A beach lifeguard tower with a flag, a rescue sign, and people walking on the sand.

Lido Key

Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.

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A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, palm trees, and a cloudy sky.

South Sarasota

Though South Sarasota might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Siesta Key Beach and The Landings.

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A sign for Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Palmer Ranch

When in Palmer Ranch, you can plan a visit to Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Sarasota Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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A theater with a sign reading "Florida Studio Theatre" and a smaller sign for "Wednesday's Child Now Playing".

Downtown Sarasota

If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.

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A coastal cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a bridge, and a marina.

Southgate

When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Top Central Sarasota Hotel Reviews

Kompose Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The only issue is the room “bathroom” has very limited to no privacy due to a very poor layout. Only good if you’re a married couple or single. Who ever thought of this design layout should go back to architecture school. No forethought or they must be single. Additionally, the breakfast is no so “gourmet” as stated in the reviews. It’s only just average like at the free breakfast at other hotels. Last, Julio the front desk manager is / was GREAT!!"

Cottages at Siesta Key Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Overall we had a good stay, Check in was quite difficult due to staff not being on scene that day. We had to make multiple phone calls and get transferred to numerous people before anyone could help us. Great location, easy parking, clean rooms. I will say, the rooms appear to be very recently updated but the wallpaper was already ripped off the walls, not sure if it's humidity or what but it did not affect the quality of our stay. I would recommend."

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Our top choices for Central Sarasota hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

2. voco Sarasota by IHG

3. The Westin Sarasota

4. THE RESERVE RETREAT

5. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

6. Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

7. The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

9. Americas Best Value Inn Sarasota Downtown

10. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

11. Pineapple Paradise 1 13 min to Beach Fire Pit

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

13. Carlisle Inn

14. Kompose Boutique Hotel

15. Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport

16. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Bradenton-Airport, FL

18. Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lakewood Ranch

20. Comfort Suites Sarasota - Siesta Key

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Where to stay in Central Sarasota

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Palmer Ranch

Downtown Sarasota

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Top Central Sarasota Hotel Reviews

Kompose Boutique Hotel

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